Overdrive StaffParkingThe worst regions for truck parkingA Trucker Path analysis revealed the worst region for truck parking. Surprisingly, it's not the Northeast. Care to take a guess? Also: Bill reintroduced to protect carriers from staged accidents; legislation intro'd to streamline licensing; more.May 3, 2023Partners in BusinessTake control of your variable cost per mile, fixed costs and moreUnderstanding basic principles of operating costs can save owner-operators thousands of dollars a year. Here, find a few principles that can set you on the right path.May 3, 2023RegulationsOral fluid drug testing approved by DOTCarriers will be able to use oral fluid testing as an alternative to urine testing, eventually. Also: Colorado passes "zero emission" truck regulations; Mack, Volvo electric trucks recalled; FleetPride acquires Indiana truck, trailer repair shop.May 2, 2023Reader Rigs605-hp 2019 Pete runs the Lower 48The rig sports a 605-hp Cummins X15 with an 18-speed. Acuna said he chases "the good paying loads wherever it takes me."May 2, 2023RegulationsFMCSA names nine to new Truck Leasing Task ForceThe new task force will examine owner-operator lease-purchase agreements with motor carriers. Also: FMCSA's Women of Trucking Advisory Board meets this month; autonomous truck developer launches driver advisory board; Knight-Swift closes CDL schools.May 1, 2023RegulationsMore companies, individuals charged for allegedly 'deleting' emission control systemsDiesel Freak, Accurate Truck Service and Griffin Transportation were charged in an aftermarket scheme to disable emissions systems. Also: Legislation looks to cut red tape for military vets entering trucking; Trimac acquires Ohio-based small bulk fleet.April 28, 2023Reader RigsVirginia hauler's 1998 Peterbilt 379 hauls wood chipsThe truck typically hauls loads from chip mills in Dillwyn and Cascade, Virginia, to a paper mill in Covington, VirginiaApril 28, 2023RegulationsSenate votes to overturn stringent EPA regsThe Senate passed a resolution to overturn regs published by EPA in December to reduce heavy-truck NOx emissions by 80%+ beginning in 2027. Also: $2.1M in cocaine seized from truck at Texas-Mexico border; Truckers Final Mile gets $18K donation; more.April 27, 2023BusinessDiesel prices dip again as rates softness continuesAfter an increase last week snapped a 10-week run of declines for diesel, prices fell about 4 cents over the most recent week. Also: Spot rates "could be close to bottoming out,” according to FTR and Truckstop; latest Highway Angel.April 26, 2023LifeTruckers Final Mile makes it official, entering strategic partnership with ministry TFC GlobalWith its 10-year mark just ahead May 1, TFM's new strategic partnership with TFC will give Robert Palm's effort support staff that it's lacked throughout its history. Palm has carried much of the operational load for TFM to date on his own shoulders.April 26, 2023Previous PagePage 96 of 1659Next PageTop StoriesTrucker of the YearKelsey, Penn, Shelly: Overdrive's 2025 Trucker of the Year finalistsDown to the wire in 2025, it's due time to celebrate what's been a year full of inspiring stories of triumph over adversity for Overdrive's Trucker of the Year contenders. Big congrats to all 10 competitors in the field, and especially this year's finalists, three independents at the top of their owner-operator business game.Custom RigsNorth Carolina lumber hauler's 1,000-hp 2000 Pete 379Overdrive RadioRed Arrow Christmas convoy rolls strong over first three yearsRegulationsFMCSA pins 'CDL mills' problem on self-certification: Are owner-ops to blame?Featured SponsorH3 Sport Gear - Show your personality with quality, licensed, and custom headwear, socks, tees, blankets, bags, and more.
